Beyond “334” — Other Bypass Strategies and Why They Ultimately Cannot Escape the SFC
Preface Besides the “334” strategy, many other “clever” approaches circulate in the market that attempt to avoid SFC approval for major shareholders, such as splitting shareholdings into numerous small portions below 10%, or diluting actual control through multiple layers of offshore companies. This article will explore several common cases and explain how these methods are…
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Read MoreInsurance Rebates: Compliance vs. Boundary-Pushing, Complete Guide
Insurance Rebates: Compliance vs. Boundary-Pushing, Complete Guide I. Background and Limitations of Rebates In Hong Kong, regarding long-term insurance products (e.g., life insurance, savings with dividends, investment-linked insurance), the Insurance Authority (IA) has clear guidelines (e.g., GL25 – Guideline on Offering of Gifts) prohibiting unrecorded or under-the-table “money-giving” rebates. II. Common “Compliant Practices”: Transparent Approaches…
Read MoreWant to Stay Compliant While Helping Clients Save Money? Legal Rebate Methods for Insurance Brokers
Insurance brokerage firms can legally give “rebates” to clients as long as they follow the law and regulatory requirements. The most important thing is to ensure the process is transparent, documented, and not done secretly. Here are three main approaches: 1. Using the Client’s Close Friends or Family as “Referrers” 2. Formally Documenting “Rebate” Terms…
Read MoreRebating and Unlicensed Third Parties in Insurance: A Layman’s Guide to Common Practices and Legal Pitfalls
In the insurance industry, especially in markets like Hong Kong and the U.S., two practices often spark debate: rebating and the involvement of unlicensed third parties. Rebating happens when brokers or agents offer customers a portion of the premium or commission as an incentive to buy insurance. Meanwhile, unlicensed third parties are people without proper…
Read MoreHow Insurance Brokers Can Brand Themselves as Multiple Family Offices in Hong Kong to Upgrade Their Brand
In Hong Kong’s fiercely competitive financial services landscape, insurance brokers face the constant challenge of differentiating themselves and delivering greater value to their clients. One innovative strategy gaining traction is rebranding as multiple family offices (MFOs). By transforming from traditional insurance providers into comprehensive wealth management hubs for high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families, brokers…
Read MoreApplying for a Hong Kong Insurance Broker Company Licence: Introduction and Guide
Hong Kong is an international financial hub with a mature legal and financial system, and its insurance market is transparent and well-developed. According to the Insurance Ordinance (Cap. 41 of Hong Kong Laws), anyone or any company conducting insurance broker business in Hong Kong must apply for and obtain an insurance broker licence from the…
Read More20 Common Scenarios for a Type 9 Licence (Asset Management)
1. Private Securities Funds (Private Equity / Securities-Focused Fund) OverviewA private fund set up in an offshore jurisdiction (e.g. Cayman, BVI) invests mainly in Hong Kong or overseas listed securities. It requires an investment manager (management team) in Hong Kong to make investment decisions. 2. Multi-Family Office / External Asset Management (EAM) OverviewProvides discretionary asset…
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